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The most important component of the rural economy was the _____________.

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farmers
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artisans
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village officers
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none of these
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Solution

The correct option is A farmers
Farmers are an important component in the rural economy.
Agriculture plays a vital role in the Indian economy. Over 70 per cent of rural households depend on agriculture. Agriculture is an important sector of the Indian economy as it contributes about 17% of the total GDP and provides employment to over 60% of the population.

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